Hometown Banknotes
Hometown Banknotes
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At NBT Financial’s Grapevine LPO/DPO, we’re more than bankers—we’re neighbors. Through personalized lending, relationship banking, and our community-driven podcast, we’re building stronger financial futures right here at home.
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Focuses on local economic trends, small business insights, and community development, with episodes covering topics like the impact of national policies on local economies and advice for new entrepreneurs in Grapevine.

At NBT Financial’s Grapevine LPO/DPO, we’re more than bankers—we’re neighbors. Through personalized lending, relationship banking, and our community-driven podcast, we’re building stronger financial futures right here at home.
Welcome to Hometown Bank Notes — where economy, bank life, and hometown spirit meet! Hosted by Janice Spooner, Market President of NBT Financial Bank in Grapevine, this episode highlights the heartbeat of North Texas: its people, entrepreneurs, and communities.
In this episode:
Economic Overview -Janice breaks down the latest national, Texas, and local economic trends, including inflation rates, labor market updates, and small business insights.
Spotlight Guest: Darsa Diltz – Founder of Foundations Entrepreneur Development Company and visionary behind Global Entrepreneurship Week North Texas (GEWNTX).
Darsa shares her inspiring journey, from creating entrepreneur education programs to growing an international initiative connecting six counties across North Texas and beyond.
GEWNTX Highlights – Learn what’s new for this year’s events, including international panels, startup summits, and partnerships across communities like Fort Worth, Arlington, and Dallas.
Community Impact – Janice shares NBT’s continued commitment to giving back, from the Grapevine Branch Groundbreaking to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness, and the GCISD Senior Scholarship Program supporting future leaders.
Key Message:
NBT Financial Bank is more than just your bank — it’s your partner in progress, rooted in heritage and thriving in tomorrow.
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